January 2025 Two-Wheeler Sales Witness Massive Growth

The first month of 2025 brought a wave of optimism for India’s two-wheeler market. Top brands experienced significant sales growth after a relatively slow December. Here’s a detailed breakdown of how the top six manufacturers performed, their latest offerings, and key highlights.

1. Sales Performance Overview

Sales Comparison Table

2. Detailed Brand Analysis

Hero MotoCorp

• Sales: 4,12,378 units.
• Performance: Maintains its top spot despite a 2.03% YoY decline compared to January 2024. The brand saw a staggering 40.1% growth compared to December 2024.
• Key Launches:
  • Hero Xpulse 210
  • Hero Xoom 160
  • Hero Xoom 125
  • Hero Xtreme 250R

Honda

• Sales: 4,02,977 units.
• Performance: Achieved a massive 48.7% MoM growth and 5.35% YoY growth.
• Key Launches:
  • Honda CBR650R
  • Honda CB650R
  • Activa e: (electric scooter)
  • Honda QC1 (electric scooter)

TVS

• Sales: 2,93,860 units.
• Performance: Registered a strong 36.6% MoM growth and 9.55% YoY growth.
• Key Launches:
  • RTX-D4 engine showcased.
  • Jupiter CNG (CNG-powered scooter).
  • Upcoming adventure motorcycle based on RTX-D4 engine.

Bajaj

• Sales: 1,71,299 units.
• Performance: While there was a 33.4% MoM growth, the brand reported an 11.4% YoY decline.
• Key Highlights:
  • Best-selling EV model: Chetak EV.
  • Introduction of Freedom 125 (world’s first CNG two-wheeler).

Suzuki

• Sales: 87,834 units.
• Performance: Posted an 11.4% MoM growth and a 9.09% YoY growth.
• Key Launches:
  • Suzuki SF 250 (flex-fuel variant).
  • E-Access (electric scooter).
  • Updated Access 125.

Royal Enfield

• Sales: 81,052 units.
• Performance: Crossed 80,000 units in January 2025, with a 19.3% MoM growth and 14.8% YoY growth.
• Key Launches:
  • Scram 440 (launched in November 2024).

3. Pricing for Major Models

Pricing Table

4. Features and Specifications

Hero MotoCorp

• Advanced dual-channel ABS (Xtreme 250R).
• Digital instrument clusters.
• Xpulse 210 features off-road capabilities.

Honda

• Middleweight segment motorcycles (CBR650R, CB650R) with liquid-cooled inline-four engines.
• Activa e: and QC1 electric scooters offer a range of 110-120 km.

TVS

• RTX-D4 engine designed for high torque and efficiency.
• Jupiter CNG offers environment-friendly commuting options.

Bajaj

• Chetak EV with a range of 95 km on a single charge.
• Freedom 125 provides eco-friendly CNG technology.

Suzuki

• SF 250 Flex-Fuel with better fuel efficiency and reduced emissions.
• Updated Access 125 comes with LED lights and smartphone connectivity.

Royal Enfield

• Scram 440 designed for rugged performance and long-distance comfort.

5. FAQs

1. Which brand sold the most two-wheelers in January 2025?
   • Hero MotoCorp sold the most, with 4,12,378 units.
2. Which brand saw the highest month-on-month growth?
   • Honda witnessed the highest MoM growth at 48.7%.
3. What is the price range of the Hero Xtreme 250R?
   • The price ranges between INR 1,80,000 and 2,00,000.
4. Which two-wheelers did Honda launch recently?
   • Activa e:, QC1, CBR650R, and CB650R.
5. What is the range of the Bajaj Chetak EV?
   • The Chetak EV has a range of 95 km per charge.
6. Which is the first CNG-powered scooter in India?
   • The Jupiter CNG by TVS.
7. How many units did Royal Enfield sell in January 2025?
   • 81,052 units.
8. Which is the best-selling EV by Bajaj?
   • The Chetak EV.
9. What are Suzuki’s new launches?
   • SF 250 Flex-Fuel, E-Access, and updated Access 125.
10. What is the key highlight of the RTX-D4 engine?
    • High torque and fuel efficiency.
11. Did Bajaj’s sales grow compared to January 2024?
    • No, they declined by 11.4%.
12. What’s the price range of the Honda Activa e:?
    • INR 1,10,000 – 1,20,000.
13. Which new bike did Royal Enfield launch recently?
    • The Scram 440.
14. How many units did Suzuki sell in January 2025?
    • 87,834 units.
15. What’s the main feature of the Hero Xpulse 210?
    • It is designed for off-road capabilities.